That Escalated Quickly 🥺 : A Valentine's to Remember

This is the story of Valentine's Day 2021. The one where the wheel came off. The one where I drove the backhoe for the first time. And learned to make a choker in a chain, knee deep in mud. The one where I cried, but we both ended up laughing. Because really, that's the best way to end a day like this. See more words and photos on my Instagram and Facebook. In the end, all's well that ends well. Stay tuned to see the rest of the story... Until next time, Farm Hard, Live Well! xx, The Bernards
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[@kennybolt8329]

What a wife !! That man better get down on his knees and thank God for the day he found you.

[@roykee47]

The man is a genius!! And with you at his side you guy's are unstoppable

[@hotmess1971]

I think Meredith is the one who better thank God for the man who loves her so deeply and is so rugged and hard working! It goes both ways. They are definitely a team.

[@jeremyjensen2986]

@@hotmess1971 funny thing is I have watched 4 videos now and he never expresses no emotion to her!! She always tells him she loves him and say”s good job, and his reply is just a grunt!!! He needs to appreciate that woman more than he does

[@MrJujubean]

@@jeremyjensen2986 he appreciates her more than YOU will ever know. so watching a whole 4 videos you came to that brilliant conclusion!!!!

[@belfast479]

Lawrence sure gets inventive when it's necessary. Great fix on the feed wagon to get the herd fed. Gotta love farmers ingenuity.

[@farmerdan1280]

he just knows how to make lemonade

[@kurtislarson704]

Hang in there, we just broke 0 degrees in ne south Dakota, this to shall pass.

[@benrobles752]

Necessity is the mother of invention.

[@johndavis3421]

You, Lawrence, your kids, you are all AMAZING. You give me hope there is still good in the world and we will survive another year.

[@markedens1184]

If you want something you will make it happen! The first thing is you have to want it bad enough. If you don’t want it enough it won’t happen. He definitely wanted that!!!!

[@milliesimmons7252]

I love your heart. All the Farmer's and ranchers need our prayers. Come on spring!

[@lakhvindersingh6250]

Hi

[@elviskyle4389]

Meredith and LB I am so sorry you had to encounter loosing that wheel and on a terrible day. God bless you and all farmers for the hard work you all do.

[@onealfarms9967]

Sometimes gal you just have to cry don’t hold it in it makes room for a smile

[@cguercia311]

I was watching a You Tuber fixing irrigation several years back. He said it perfectly... Some days you farm, other days you get farmed. Keep up the great spirit. The Sun will always shine.

[@bubbagail7450]

The life and love of Farmers, amazing.

[@geostoned]

That’s some pure southern ingenuity right there!!

[@steverayburn2228]

Girl, you can be emotional all you want. Heck farming is an emotional life. Ya just have to get it out and keep going like you do. Farmer are some of the most ingenious people, ya just have to come up with a solution and get the job done! you guys do a great job at that. My dad would have been proud of you all! Hang in there, It'll be spring soon.

[@suemyers9082]

My husband and I always enjoy watching your videos. Don't apologize for crying on Valentine's Day. You are real and I think that is so important! You and Lawrence make a great team! You rock!

[@jessie4818]

the beauty of the winter comes with costs. lawerence is something else he is like the energizer bunny. he just keeps going and going. you my dear are so beautiful even if you are in the mud, in the cold , hanging on to a gate. you are even so beautiful in tears! tears help to handle things at times and don't apologise because that is you . everything comes from your heart and tears are gods way of restoring the heart .know that you all are loved!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@rosthi]

well said

[@bret_Lambky]

I hope you and your hubby had a great Valentine’s Day! Thanks for you sharing your farm life!!

[@richardfelix6317]

Always the optimistic one, good for you Meredith.

[@shammi8133]

The shot with all the cows looking at the broken cart would be an excellent painting

[@allendavenport2164]

Never be afraid to learn , with Lawrence guiding its pure gold. Pop always told me might not need what you learn soon but one day it will come in handy. Families that can figure out how to fix things usually meet trouble head on, glad to see even the kids involved. This is great training for life in the "big city" lol.

[@donnycates8420]

I have watched so many of your videos and I see you smiling and then I see you cry and I feel the anguish because I smile when watching you and Lawrence working together and I enjoy it

[@peggycarper4040]

I’m so sorry you’re having crappy luck in the rain. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@johnbrownell7657]

We have all had those tire days. So here is a comforting hug from NJ

[@susankenney7536]

Even though all the mishaps you have the weather the breakdowns you have you still manage to smile a laugh through the years. So girl and f you need to let tears out you do so. Gotta love your hubby. Such a hard working man. Never gets a break seems. But yes spring is coming.

[@sodiorne2]

Yep! A Valentines day you won't soon forget! But all worked out just fine! You should be Proud of him! And Yourself!

[@straightpipeacres6365]

Keep your heads above water guys you all are doing great with what you have to work with. Stay strong and we'll beat this together lol. Take care Bernard's

[@eddiemoody8471]

Meredith I do believe that you give Lawrence a wonderful Valentine's gift because it seems that he really chuckled because you had so much mud on you 😂 you two are such a awesome team 💪💪that works in the rain,sleet, snow,mud and sunshine together to get the chores done 👍 thanks for sharing

[@H20-town610]

It all works out. Sometimes we are impatient for gods work. Know that he will help you get the job done in his time.

[@norman1826]

That man is a real farmer by heart and soul.....🤙🤙

[@shannongrisham]

Just smile to keep from crying and go ahead and do what you can hope yall had a good valentine's day

[@JPWaldron5]

thinking outside the "box" will save the day every time! well done you two!

[@btpearce]

You shouldn't be playing with my emotions like that lol . It was a hard day on Valentines day but the Memories made will last a lifetime. Y'all are a great team :-)

[@joemehere1151]

Seeing the tears well up in your eyes touched me. You guys made it through the day. I hope you had a great end of valentine. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 A dozen roses for you and your family. Be well!

[@aoac1]

Creative problem solving at it's best, Lawrence! Very clever! Keep laughing Meredith, this too shall pass.

[@ransomtester5347]

Happy valentine's day God bless ❤✌✌🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏👧

[@rosthi]

When the farmer's wife gets muddier than the farmer, that is a smart farmer.

[@jonathannorup3788]

That is what I love about this channel cause NO MATTER WHAT COMES YOUR WAY THE BOTH OF YOU WORK TOGETHER AND FIGURE IT OUT

[@frankmarystump960]

This is Mary. Remember, tears mean you are human--you cried when you came into the world. Those tears are your real. No problem. You got this. Got plenty of rain in Advance, NC--no chance that our mud is going to dry out. Love to all!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you Mary!💛

[@lewbaxter243]

You two are phenomenal! What a balance between you both. Anyone...anyone else would’ve mailed it in long ago. It’s days like that, that make your roots grow a little deeper.

[@markriccio9574]

That was smart of him to put that timber under the feeder ! I didn’t think that would work

[@cassrailroad5358]

Really like Lawrence one liners. Meredith, love you Truck mirror. You are only human, everyone needs to cry. At least none of your cows got hurt or any of you. Great to see the new wheel ( log ) 🤣🤣🤣🤣 it works that all that counts 👍👍. Your picture looks beautiful with the mud 👍👍

[@micaelmayer8783]

Sorry to see that both of you are having such a rough day but you made it through it , thanks for sharing through your videos . Easy to see the love that you have for one another . Hi 5 for you both !! btw your coat looks very Canadian lol !! Im up in B.C. and yeppers been just ugly weather coming through. Have a better day ! Thanks again for sharing with us all . Cheers !

[@dmorgan28]

Meredith you take things in stride. You are such a such a stout woman. Y’all face tough tasks but God is with y’all every day and helps you thru them. Our prayers are with you and your family. I must say that Lawrence is so ingenious and can always figure things out no matter what the task. What a nice family y’all are. We really enjoy your channel. 👍👍👍❤️

[@clintgoodson4657]

seeing the timber skid reminds me of my childhood. We used a 52 model D2 Cat crawler with a two runner sled that would hold a cord and half of pulp wood. We used the sled instead of skidding the logs.

[@bentleyrichardson4283]

YOU NEVER NEED TO SAY YOU ARE SORRY LIFE IS VERY HARD SOMETIMES BUT THAT IS WHAT MAKES THE GOOD DAYS FEEL GREAT KEEP THAT BEAUTIFULL SMILE ON YOU GOING ALL WILL WORK OUT

[@williamcox1611]

Hey Meredith. Just to let you know whats coming. Here in N.L.R.Arkansas we have 6" of snow and it's still snowing. Tomorrow the sun is sopposed to shine then Wed and Thur. 5-7 " more snow. ENJOY.

[@MilkMan608]

Meredith, you are beautiful inside and out. Stay strong. We all love you and your family.

[@rickw.5267]

You know Meredith: what is really endearing about you, is that you are real, and always keep things real! I know you to be a woman of faith, so that is a big factor in how you handle things. It's not a dull life, and not for the faint of heart!

[@timmcneil906]

I have nothing but respect and admiration for you both!

[@debbiefromgeorgia1402]

Meredith, like I've told you before, when you cry so I. Your KZbin family has your back with much LOVE AND SUPPORT.

[@billwhite7099]

Next time I eat a burger, which is going to be tonight, I'm going to remember this video and and appreciate the people that brings me that delicious beef, a whole lot more. Dang, that was some nasty weather and mud and everything, bless you all.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you!

[@timothymoore5762]

from one farmer to another....I'm proud of both of you......

[@jimwalker2894]

A good cry and a good laugh are part of the recipe for getting through the tough moments that come along.

[@crazybobc1]

I'd love to spend a week on the farm helping out.

[@tommcguire6081]

God bless you all

[@Donniebwalker]

One hell of a Day I will say it for you My power has been out for 2 days with this icy 😪 Prayers for all the farmers You and the farmer make a good couple 💑

[@jimpinger6206]

Excuse my French, but, LB! That was god damn BRILLIANT! I miss working with farmers.

[@NSR7385]

Committed a MIRACLE!! I LOVE IT!

[@tonygreenhill5717]

Don’t forget to ‘praise the lord’ for his benevolence 🤣🤣🤣

[@robertlafollette2236]

So sorry for all the problems you all had. Don't feel bad about the tears, you were entitled to them. Lawrence is a smart man. God Bless .

[@charlessmith3995]

Some how it's always mud head to toe trying to do something like that drill the hubs and put a grease fitting in

[@Microphone73]

Good to learn something new! Nice save on the slide!

[@dannyharris7218]

You did great, a little cry means your human and have a soft side! You card about your farmer and we do to! You two do the best you can with what ya got and that is very inspiring! Wish I was close to give you hand many times over! Sure makes you appreciate the easy days!

[@NitePHX]

Sorry Lawrence, but sometimes I really do need subtitles. Love you man.

[@janetbrown3573]

Are Meredith dont get upset, the weather is horrible everywhere I think, good work Meredith you all deserve a medal working in that mud, and Lawrence comes up with some good ideas, nice photo too xxx

[@hotmess1971]

Meredith, you are proud of him; he is proud of you and we are proud of the both of you. I am married to a civil engineer and he is McGyver if ever there was one. Proud of him also!!

[@marilyngatson2289]

I love that you are so real with your feelings. Keep up the great work. 👍

[@toddstepan7712]

It's tough all throughout the country. Our high today was -6° with lows -25°. You are keeping it real.

[@royhubbard6579]

That fur hood collar makes You look glamorous!!

[@lisafisher8408]

Meredith, you and Lawrence are amazing! I watch your videos and see how hard you two work together to make a beautiful life for your family! Don’t ever be sorry for showing your emotions! I enjoy watching your channel because you keep it real. Lawrence looks like he is in pain most of the time and you are there beside him every step of the way. I commend you both for being strong, standing by one another through the thick and thin, and loving each other no matter what comes your way!

[@happytobalive3721]

Why yeah she's driving a backhoe! Lawrence using the wood as a skid= genius! It is snowing here in S.In.(8 to 10) expected thru Tuesday. Go ahead and have a good cry you will feel better! All of the Benards & 4 legged friends Take Care!

[@StreetbikeSteve]

I hope y’all got some “take out fried chicken” you both deserve it! Those wheel bearings will make you speak Un PG rated that’s for sure. I’m glad you Both have the skills to Commit a Miracle. Lol It makes me feel lazy just watching Mr. Lawrence work like he does. Wish I could help him out.

[@kentlande965]

Marvelous solution you both did to get the cattle fed. You slid through the mud with the silage sled. John Deere couldn’t have done that. Congratulations to both of you. I hope you told your kids that you and Lawrence were both “outstanding in your field” and resolving opportunities! Kent - in -23° temps of SD Love your channel

[@JOHNBEA]

You guys work very well together under the most difficult of circumstances. Congratulations to you both!

[@pennyhaldeman5626]

I love the looks of an ice storm, but they are so destructive. Stay safe.

[@jimad]

Lawrence is an artist with that 655 - great solution!

[@russwaterson5895]

What a powerful team you two make. It is very obvious that you love and respect your farmer and do it with pride. It is also obvious he feels the same about you. I love the fact that your videos capture the every day real! God Bless the Farmers! P.S. Please let Lawrence know there might be a slightly worn spot where the elbow of his shirt was. Hed probably just say something like 5% of my shirt might be tired but the other 95% is still good. Love his quick come-backs.

[@dennisblank1451]

Glad you both are okay and no injuries from the wheel falling off.

[@michaelthompson3679]

❤️❤️❤️God Bless you all praying for you ❤️❤️❤️

[@BigTader]

Stay strong remain positive praying for you and your family and farm.

[@firsttankcrews]

You should be so proud of yourself, as well as your man. I return to this video when I need inspiration - your videos are uplifting

[@scottalspach8020]

Farmer ingenuity right there. You da man Lawrence.

[@johnwest8771]

you need to learn to run all the equipment so when he has his knee operation you can take over

[@johnbyrne1258]

You and your husband have a great thing that a lot of couples don’t have and that’s each other’s backs! Ye pick each other up in times of need, laugh out loud together at random times and a unbelievable love and respect for each other that shows in both of your kids beautiful eyes.. keep the faith and god will provide.. as we say in Ireland what doesn’t kill ya makes you stronger 😉

[@grushkie9461]

Hi Merideth. Being diabled and living with chronic pain myself I understand why he didn't get d own and look at the bearing maybe when he should have. The pain makes everything you do so much harder. I give Lawrence SO SO Much praise and cudoo's for the way he keeps going no matter what. Having your love and help is a GOD send to him. I know. My wife left because of my disability. I still get up every day and do what I can. Keep up the great work. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.

[@raeanker3078]

Thanks for the great video guys ,that's farming ,you laugh you cry ,you utter words you'd never say in front of your mother ,and it's better than ,balling up all your emotions and then letting them all out at the most inappropriate time ,believe me I've done it. Cheers from down under.

[@SouthernTexasVaqueros]

You make me realize that’s there is always good in everything we do. Oh you guys are so awesome ! Totally real stuff real feelings real work. Thanks for sharin y’all’s life.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you!

[@donaldowens3092]

Great job at making it happen, Some days are going to be tuff and some will be great but they are all a blessing. Seeing you two working it out is a great day

[@markgoods8737]

Meredith your dad works well he seems like quite old ass man .Its nice that you try to help your Dad out as much as you can.

[@j.dukemanning3168]

You folks absolutely awesome!!!

[@CB-eq5if]

You two are one heck of a team. Great job. ✌

[@busterbailey5559]

Your one wonderful gal and he is very lucky to have each other love the video's

[@dougclayton1652]

I feel for you and Lawrence, I always hated feeding in the rain and mud. And then to have a brake down can just push a person over the edge. Thankful for families like yours out there working hard no matter what. God Bless.

[@deaton123able]

Bless Your Hearts.. Ya'll Could Not Make A Better Team..

[@kevinjagoe4852]

Don’t apologize for letting it get to you. You almost always have a great attitude. Life if full of trials, everyone struggles once in a while. ❤️

[@monicap1717]

Power Couple...to say the least!! ❤️💯🙏

[@lancepearson4035]

You all did so well under some real stress - well done guys

[@rajeshsooklal9317]

Wow I love the way you fixed the door mirror lol

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thanks 🙃

[@texaspecanderosa]

Leave it to the farmer to fix it -- yall are a great TEAM!

[@jimg8218]

There always a bright side to each day :)

[@edwardgaskin4245]

Just love you all determinations

[@vicmiller7191]

Now that is what I have come to really enjoy about two you never give in and never give up. Great team work and fantastic way to get the job done. Who would have thought you could sled in mud. Fantastic work today and happy Valentines Day albeit belated. Thanks for sharing... Vic

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you!

[@terrysadventure1529]

Awesome job that you y'all have done. Keep sending them awesome videos God bless my friends have a Blessed day